How To Fix GG689 - Error in the definition of field &

GG689 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Error in the definition of field &

What causes this issue?

When defining summary tables, you must enter the modified key fields of
the object table as value fields (data fields) directly after the field
'RPMAX'. The value fields of the summary table are formed by adding the
letter 'R' to each key field of the object table.
Example: BUKRS in the object table -> RBUKRS in the summary table.
The error could be due to the following:
a) Field &V1& does not exist in the definition of table &V2&.
b) Field &V1& is defined as a key field and not as a data field.
c) Field &V1& is not at position &V3& in table &V2&.
d) The domain of field &V1& is not called &V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Note the above requirements.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG689 - Error in the definition of field & ?

  The SAP error message GG689, which states "Error in the definition of field &," typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or definition of a field in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Field Definition Issues: The field in question may not be properly defined in the database or the data dictionary (DDIC). This could be due to missing attributes, incorrect data types, or other inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there are custom fields or enhancements, they may not be correctly implemented or may have been altered in a way that causes conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If the field definition was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been errors during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can occur if the user does not have the necessary authorizations to